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Business Setup, Legal Requirements, Quick Notes

Ireland’s EEA Director Rule for Founders

Starting a business in Ireland as a non-EU resident can seem straightforward, but there’s a key requirement that often surprises foreign entrepreneurs: the resident director rule. Understanding this before you start can save you time and money. The ‘Resident Director’ Requirement To incorporate a company in…

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Dutch Corporate Directors: Legal Requirements and Liability Risks

Essential compliance information for international business owners establishing Dutch entities When establishing…

Banking, Business Setup, Compliance & Operations, Finance & Fintech, Legal Requirements, Market Entry, Quick Notes

From Hong Kong to Europe: Why This Payment Gateway Chose Ireland Over Four EU Alternatives

A Hong Kong-based payment gateway company recently approached us with a classic expansion dilemma: where to establish their European base to serve UK, Irish, and Nordic markets. The Challenge The founder planned to relocate personally but had no existing EU/EEA directors. They needed full payment institution…

Business Setup, Legal Requirements, Quick Notes

Do German GmbHs Require a Resident Director?

While technically a German GmbH (private limited company) doesn’t legally mandate a resident director, there’s an important practical consideration for business owners: Tax residency status requires effective management to occur within Germany. Without at least one German-resident director, tax authorities may question whether: This is particularly…

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